15 Types of Mushroom and How to Cook Them

Mushrooms offer that unique, savoury, umami hit and superior meaty texture that are hard to harness in any other ingredient. Adding deep earthiness to dishes - from broths and risottos to soups and stews, in a variety of shapes and sizes - there's definitely a mushroom for every occasion.

If you're a fungi fan, here's a great video from Epicurious, starring chef and self-professed mushroom lover Adrienne Cheatham, who takes a deep dive into over 15 types of mushrooms and how best to store, prepare and cook them perfectly.

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How to pick the right mushroom for every recipe

The video is divided into four chapters, breaking down the key highlights. From common edible types of mushrooms, like white button, cremini and portobello, to woody and specialty mushrooms like chanterelles, black truffle and hedgehog, Cheatham highlights each variety's starring qualities and their ideal dish matches, plus how to grow mushrooms and how to substitute them for meat. 

If you're mushroom mad, you're bound to pick up some tricks, tips, techniques and recipes, and gain the knowledge and confidence to cook beyond the usual favourites. Take a look at the video below.